Yuyang Lai
About Yuyang Lai
Yuyang Lai is a Quant Researcher at Squarepoint Capital in New York, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Master of Science in Mathematics and Finance from New York University and a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from Sun Yat-sen University.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Yuyang Lai has been employed at Squarepoint Capital as a Quant Researcher since 2019. In this role, he applies quantitative analysis techniques to support investment strategies and decision-making processes. His tenure at Squarepoint Capital spans five years, during which he has contributed to various research projects and initiatives. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Intern Quant Researcher at the same firm for two months in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Yuyang Lai holds a Master of Science degree in Mathematics and Finance from New York University, where he studied from 2017 to 2018. He also completed his Bachelor of Science in Statistics at Sun Yat-sen University from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, he briefly studied Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley in 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and financial modeling.
Background
Yuyang Lai's educational journey began at Guangdong Experimental High School, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He then pursued higher education at Sun Yat-sen University, focusing on Statistics. His academic path continued with a Master's degree at New York University, further enhancing his expertise in Mathematics and Finance. This background has shaped his analytical skills and prepared him for a career in quantitative research.